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Now until Apr. 25th Friends of the Laurel-Jones County Library Will host their 3rd Annual Book Fair at Sawmill Square Mall in Laurel.
The fair will be located near Center Court, behind Classic Cookie. The hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A wide variety of items will be available for purchase, including used books, DVDs, and audiobooks. Be sure to check out the special events scheduled throughout the week.
For more details on the following, call 601-428-4313 ext.104
\ Tuesday, April 21, 2 p.m.–3:30 p.m.: LOTTIE the Trolley will be visiting the Mall. Stop by and see what LOTTIE has to offer.
\ Tuesday, April 21, 5 p.m.: The Friends will welcome columnist and Navy veteran Buck Torske. Mr. Torske will speak about “How To Be A Hero: Why Writing Matters and Why You Matter!”
\ Friday, April 24, 2 p.m.: Author Lollie Wheat will share her new book, “Barefoot Beginnings: Beneath the Magnolia.”
\ Friday, April 24, 5 p.m.: The Book Fair closes early so the Friends can host Free Family Bingo at the Laurel Library from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
\ Saturday, April 25: Half-Price Day at the Book Fair. Additionally, teachers (with a school ID) will receive free books for their classrooms.
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Now until June 1st Registration for City of Laurel 2026 Summer Youth Baseball Season
Takes place at Laurel's Parks & Recreation Office.
The program offers leagues for various age groups, including T-Ball, Coach Pitch, and Player Pitch, with a registration fee of $30.
Additionally, the city is seeking volunteer coaches and assistant coaches, all of whom must pass a mandatory background check.
For more details, call 601-428-6452.
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Monthly until July 7th Hattiesburg Zoo Is hosting a series of Homeschool Days with each session focusing on a specific animal habitat.
Programs run from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., but participants can enter at 8:30 a.m. for exclusive early access before the public arrives.
The sessions focus on the following.
\ May 5th: Deserts
\ June 2nd: Wetlands
\ July 7th: Jungles
Students will explore four self-paced activity stations throughout the zoo followed by a special animal encounter at the Giraffe Pavilion.
The morning also features a Nature Swap, where children can trade nature-based treasures with zoo staff and other participants.
After the scheduled activities conclude, families are invited to stay and enjoy the zoo at their leisure for the remainder of the day.
Advanced reservations are required, with discounted rates available for annual zoo pass holders.
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Apr. 24th The Nelons Performing at 7 p.m. at Trinity First Baptist Church in Waynesboro (500 Boyles Road). No tickets required. For more details, call the church at 601-735-5311.
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Apr. 25th Wayne County High School Football Program Is hosting its 2026 War Eagle Classic Car Show at the stadium parking lot in Waynesboro.
This community fundraiser features registration from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by judging and awards to benefit local student-athletes.
For more details, call 601-410-3759.
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Apr. 28th Pine Belt Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol Is hosting an Open House from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Hattiesburg Fire Academy, located at 53 Academy Drive. The public is invited to meet cadets and adult members to learn about available programs, local services, and membership requirements.
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Apr. 29th United States Air Force Band The Airmen of Note will perform in a concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center on the main Hattiesburg campus of Southern Miss.
While tickets are free, please visit the links below this sentence to find out how you can reserve your tickets.
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Apr. 30th Mississippi Center for Legal Services Will host a free legal outreach clinic at the Laurel-Jones County Library from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Jones County residents can receive assistance with a variety of matters, including housing, family issues, public benefits, and the drafting of essential documents like wills and powers of attorney.
For more details, call the library 601-428-4313, extension 104.
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May 2nd Okatoma River 5K Run Starts at 501 South Second Street in Collins.
In-person registration starts at 6:30 a.m.; race starts at 8 a.m.
Join the Covington County Chamber for a fun and scenic race in the heart of Collins.
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Editor's Note
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